Intermediate FF&E Decorator

Pembrooke and Ives is seeking an Intermediate Decorator with at least 4 years experience to work closely with Junior Decorators, Senior Decorators and Studio Directors to provide development, production support and co-ordination throughout the project delivery process as a member of the design team. A dependable, energetic individual with a “can-do” attitude and exceptional attention to detail, the Intermediate Decorator is responsible for supporting the efforts of the design team to ensure the successful completion of the project. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow with an organization that is rapidly expanding its operations and discovering new possibilities daily.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Communication & Coordination:

• Coordinates and communicates effectively and appropriately with project stakeholders including other project team members, clients, vendors, building management, consultants, contractors and sub-contractors to convey project information in a timely and accurate manner.

• Prepares, develops and produces project drawings including furniture plans, custom furniture drawings, elevations, lighting plans and custom decorative finish drawings using CAD.
• Assists in the production of 3D models and renderings.
• Prepares, develops and produces project documentation including room schemes, room sheets, decorating budgets with high/low options, and decorating schedules with project milestones and decision dates. Updates documentation as required throughout the project life-cycle.
• Produces vendor purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Produces client invoices packets accurately and efficiently.
• Places final orders on behalf of client and expedites long-lead items to ensure timely delivery.
• Produces final decorating punch list and specifications book as required.
• Arranges, coordinates and takes delivery of all decorative items.
• Inspects decorative items upon delivery and arranges for remediation if required. 
• Oversees the installation of all decorative items.

• Attends, participates and contributes in meetings with clients, internal project team, contractors, sub-contractors and vendors by preparing agendas, taking meeting notes and preparing meeting minutes.
• Assists in the production of client presentations in conjunction with other project team members.
• Shops in-person with client as required.

• Sources, selects and specifies furniture, window treatments, drapery, fabrics, wall covering, wall treatments, lighting, carpeting, regular painting, decorative painting, decorative finishes, decorative art (non-collectable) and accessories as required for the project in accordance with the project budget and schedule.
• Obtains, maintains and files finish samples as required.
• Assists in organizing the sample library.

• Possesses a high taste level and has knowledge of high-end market. Follows and speaks to current industry trends on space, function, decorative lighting, fabrics, furniture and equipment, etc.
• Possesses good time management skills and is able to handle multiple project deadlines and make decisions in a fast-paced environment to take a project from design concept all the way through installation.
• Able to make decisions and communicate in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly presentable, intelligent, confident and discreet with an outgoing, upbeat and confident demeanor.
• Goal and detail-oriented with exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Proficient in the use AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office programs. Studio Designer a plus.
• Possess functional knowledge of interior design principles/practices.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design.
• At least 4 years of demonstrated work experience with Interior Design and/or Architectural Firms.

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Match
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave Plans
• Paid Holidays

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